University of Plymouth: Archival Practice
| Institution | University of Plymouth View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Humanities and Performing Arts |
| Web | https://www.plymouth.ac.uk |
| admissions@plymouth.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 1752 585858 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The MA Archival Practice programme is taught in partnership with archival professionals from The Box, Plymouth. It will give you practical experience of the archive: through work-based learning in local archives, ranging from manuscripts to film, sound and digital archives, you will explore current and practical issues such as fund-raising, the varied needs of users, and how to communicate through outreach and marketing.
This programme is also available to study part-time.
Key features - Benefit from a programme taught in partnership with archive specialists from Plymouth City Council's Museums and Galleries Archives.
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Develop links with local record offices and other archives – work-based learning is a key feature of the MA.
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Meet practical and current needs (fund-raising, employment law, archival and digital skills) for a range of employment options in the archive and heritage sector with our range of core and optional modules.
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The MA is designed to be a professional qualification and is aligned to the Archives and Records Association’s new competencies.
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Prepare yourself for a range of archive and related jobs, including posts with local government, national archives, museums, universities, businesses and charities.
Careers with this subject:
The MA Archival Practice is designed to prepare you for a range of archive and related jobs, including posts with local government, national archives, museums, universities, businesses and charities.
MA
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | * A 2:1 or first class BA (Hons) degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent overseas qualification) and a period (minimum 30 days / 120 hours) of paid or voluntary employment in an archive or records service, or experience in a post where archive or record management is a substantial responsibility. Applicants meeting these criteria are interviewed by a practising member of the profession in the selection process. We are very happy to help with finding a suitable pre-programme placement. If you would like to discuss options, or if you have any questions about the programme or the admissions process, please contact the Admissions Team. |
| Location | Main Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
Fees
| International | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
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| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | * A 2:1 or first class BA (Hons) degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent overseas qualification) and a period (minimum 30 days / 120 hours) of paid or voluntary employment in an archive or records service, or experience in a post where archive or record management is a substantial responsibility. Applicants meeting these criteria are interviewed by a practising member of the profession in the selection process. We are very happy to help with finding a suitable pre-programme placement. If you would like to discuss options, or if you have any questions about the programme or the admissions process, please contact the Admissions Team. |
| Location | Main Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
Fees
| International | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | * A 2:1 or first class BA (Hons) degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent overseas qualification) and a period (minimum 30 days / 120 hours) of paid or voluntary employment in an archive or records service, or experience in a post where archive or record management is a substantial responsibility. Applicants meeting these criteria are interviewed by a practising member of the profession in the selection process. We are very happy to help with finding a suitable pre-programme placement. If you would like to discuss options, or if you have any questions about the programme or the admissions process, please contact the Admissions Team. |
| Location | Main Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | * A 2:1 or first class BA (Hons) degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent overseas qualification) and a period (minimum 30 days / 120 hours) of paid or voluntary employment in an archive or records service, or experience in a post where archive or record management is a substantial responsibility. Applicants meeting these criteria are interviewed by a practising member of the profession in the selection process. We are very happy to help with finding a suitable pre-programme placement. If you would like to discuss options, or if you have any questions about the programme or the admissions process, please contact the Admissions Team. |
| Location | Main Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | * A 2:1 or first class BA (Hons) degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent overseas qualification) and a period (minimum 30 days / 120 hours) of paid or voluntary employment in an archive or records service, or experience in a post where archive or record management is a substantial responsibility. Applicants meeting these criteria are interviewed by a practising member of the profession in the selection process. We are very happy to help with finding a suitable pre-programme placement. If you would like to discuss options, or if you have any questions about the programme or the admissions process, please contact the Admissions Team. |
| Location | Main Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
Fees
| International | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | * A 2:1 or first class BA (Hons) degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent overseas qualification) and a period (minimum 30 days / 120 hours) of paid or voluntary employment in an archive or records service, or experience in a post where archive or record management is a substantial responsibility. Applicants meeting these criteria are interviewed by a practising member of the profession in the selection process. We are very happy to help with finding a suitable pre-programme placement. If you would like to discuss options, or if you have any questions about the programme or the admissions process, please contact the Admissions Team. |
| Location | Main Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
Fees
| International | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|
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